Rebecca Liebert nominated to Dow's Board of Directors

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Dow (NYSE: DOW) has nominated Rebecca Liebert, president and CEO of The Lubrizol , to stand for election to its Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 10, 2025. Liebert brings over 20 years of experience leading global organizations in the chemicals sector, with previous roles as executive vice president at PPG Industries and president/CEO of Honeywell UOP.

The nomination aligns with Dow's Board succession planning and refreshment strategy, focusing on incorporating perspectives from experienced public company executives within the materials science industry. Liebert serves on the Board of the American Chemistry Council and is an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering.

Dow's Board currently maintains an average tenure of seven years and regularly evaluates its composition to ensure a balanced mix of qualifications and expertise.

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• Addition of experienced chemicals industry executive with over 20 years of leadership experience
• Strategic alignment with board succession planning and industry expertise requirements
• Strengthening of board's technical and operational capabilities

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MIDLAND, Mich., Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow (NYSE: DOW) today announced its Board of Directors has nominated Rebecca Liebert, president and chief executive officer of The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, to stand for election at the Company's Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 10, 2025. All other incumbent directors have also been nominated for election at the Annual Meeting.

With more than two decades of experience leading global organizations in the chemicals sector, Ms. Liebert brings deep industry expertise and a proven track record of driving large-scale operational excellence. As president and chief executive officer at Lubrizol and across previous positions as executive vice president at PPG Industries and president and CEO of Honeywell UOP, Ms. Liebert has successfully spearheaded initiatives to advance sustainable, science-based innovations to service customers. She is a strong industry advocate, serving on the Board of the American Chemistry Council, and as an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering.

"Rebecca is a highly regarded industry leader with hands-on experience driving growth and value creation in today's dynamic global business environment," said Jim Fitterling, Dow chair and CEO. "Her strong knowledge of the sector and unique blend of technical and operational acumen make her a valuable addition to Dow's talented Board of Directors."

Ms. Liebert's nomination to Dow's Board of Directors aligns with the Company's focus on Board succession planning and refreshment, particularly by incorporating the key perspective of experienced public company senior executives and active CEOs within the materials science industry. If elected to Dow's Board, she will strengthen the Board's mix of skills and perspectives and help ensure Dow is well-positioned to compete, innovate and deliver for all its stakeholders.

Dow's Board regularly evaluates its composition of directors to ensure a balanced mix of qualifications, expertise, and viewpoints to best oversee the long-term strategy of the Company. The Board is also comprised of a strong balance of newer and longer serving directors, with an average board tenure of seven years.

The Board will announce updates to committee assignments following the Annual Meeting.

Dow's corporate governance guidelines and a complete list of Dow's Board, committee assignments and other corporate governance information can be found on the Corporate Governance website.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

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FAQ

When will Rebecca Liebert join DOW's Board of Directors if elected?

If elected at the Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 10, 2025, Rebecca Liebert will join Dow's Board of Directors following the meeting.

What is the current average tenure of DOW's Board of Directors?

Dow's Board of Directors has an average tenure of seven years.

What experience does Rebecca Liebert bring to DOW's Board?

Rebecca Liebert brings over two decades of experience leading global organizations in the chemicals sector, including roles as CEO of Lubrizol, executive VP at PPG Industries, and president/CEO of Honeywell UOP.

How does Rebecca Liebert's nomination align with DOW's board strategy?

Her nomination aligns with Dow's focus on board succession planning and refreshment, particularly by incorporating perspectives from experienced public company executives in the materials science industry.